Election day for area school districts is May 6 with a filing deadline of March 27 for candidates. The board position currently held by Ian Walker is due for election in Culbertson. The office held by vice chair Chris Hansen is up for election in Bainville. Positions up for election in Froid are currently held by vice chair Ryan Young and Troy Sundheim. In Brockton, the positions currently

When Roosevelt County residents wish to obtain a burning permit, they will soon be able to do the entire process online. Commissioners unanimously approved an electronic burn ban service during a special public meeting on Thursday, Feb. 6. Chair Gordon Oelkers explained that residents have needed to either call 9-1-1 or the sheriff office’s non-emergency number. Fire chiefs in the county

The Culbertson Town Council held its regular meeting Feb. 10 at 6:30 p.m. A bathhouse update was provided. A virtual pre-bid meeting for potential contractors is set for Feb. 19. The deadline for bids is Feb. 28. Contract clerk Terri Merrill at 406-787-5271 for more information or write to townclerk@ culbertsonmt.com. A zoom link for the Feb. 19 meeting can be provided. Zach Schopp with Seed

Ethan Gregory Pirkle is facing the felony charge of strangulation of a partner or family member. His initial appearance in District Court was scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 12. The charges read that Pirkle purposely and knowingly impended the normal breathing or circulation of blood of a partner while applying pressure on her throat or neck. If convicted of the felony, Pirkle faces a sentence